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Opening for a High School Math Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.

Additional coaching or sponsorship stipends may be available.

Immediate Supervisor:  Building Principal

Qualifications:

The classroom teacher will meet qualifications and behavior standards as set by the Kansas Department of Education. In accordance with certification requirements and the performance expectations of USD #242, all classroom teachers shall meet the following employment criteria:

A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.

A valid Kansas Teachers Certificate with appropriate endorsement.

Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.

Performance Responsibilities:

Communicates high expectations to all learners

Incorporates appropriate use of technology

Effectively implements the district-adopted curriculum

Develops lesson plans by incorporating effective lesson design

Routinely integrates a variety of informal and formal assessments into instruction

Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing protocol

Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective participation in activities and learning experiences

Maintains up-to-date records of student progress

Creates a positive, inviting, and safe learning environment

Communicates effectively and promotes positive relationships with all patrons

Supports the Districts educational mission for all students and implements all Board regulations and policies in a fair and equitable manner

Maintains confidentiality

Assisting with school events

Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the principal or superintendent may assign

To apply for a position at Weskan Schools USD 242, please visit https://weskanschoolsks.sites.thrillshare.com/ and select Job Openings to fill out an application. 

USD 242 students perform at the highest levels. Students, staff members, and district leaders are recognized regularly for outstanding accomplishments. We offer a variety of programs designed to fit the needs and interests of all students. Excellence and equity are the standard. We educate all children. 

We have a 12:1 student/teacher ratio and 1:1 technology for all students using a variety of platforms such as iPads and Chromebooks. The District is 12 miles west of Sharon Springs, Kansas. We offer the best of small-town life. We have strong academic programs and curriculum, exemplified by our high state assessment score and 100% graduation rate.


 

Benefits Information

We have a 4-day work week. Monday -Thursday Housing available until filled in one of the district-owned houses. 8 days per year of sick leave Accumulation up to 44 days 4 personal days 2 professional days 75% Paid BCBS Single Insurance Plan Cafeteria 125 KPERS Retirement

Salary Information

As per the negotiated agreement.

Employer Information

Weskan USD 242 is a small western Kansas rural school and is strongly supported by a tight-knit, agricultural based community.  The school operates on a four-day week, attending classes Monday through Thursday.  We offer small class sizes and a dedicated, caring staff that is committed to excellence.  Class sizes range from 4-18 students.  Weskan is a great place to raise a family.  Weskan`s location provides easy access to the front range amenities, with Colorado Springs and Denver within a few hours drive.  The school district offers a competitive salary schedule and benefits package. Weskan`s mission is: all students will be given the instruction and leadership needed to develop the basic knowledge and sufficient skills for problem solving, cooperation, life-long responsibility, self worth, and oral/written communication.

Weskan students receive a quality, fundamentals-based education and consistently score high on state assessment tests and the ACT.  We offer band, choir, art, Spanish, journalism, and all core academic areas.  Our students have the opportunity to complete the Kansas Regents Scholars curriculum and to take concurrent-enrollment courses for college credit.  We offer volleyball, basketball, track, football, cheerleading, scholar`s bowl, drama, pep band, FFA, and National Honor Society.

Weskan is state accredited, has a K-12 enrollment of around 100 students, and consistently has a near-perfect graduation rate.  4th-12th grades utilize Chromebooks in each classroom, and K-5th have access to iPads.  In 2022-23, we received the following Kansas Can Awards:  Gold with  Honors- Comissioner`s Award, Bronze - Post-secondary Success, Gold- Graduation Rate, Copper- Academically Prepared.

For more information about Weskan Schools, contact John Cox, superintendent@weskanschools.org, call the office at 785-943-5222, or logon to www.weskanschools.org.  You can watch a few youtube videos about us for more information, as well:  https://youtu.be/zRByWXgYU2w  and https://youtu.be/Bxq2NmvyFu4

 

 

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Job Contact Address

219 Coyote Blvd.
Weskan, KS 67762

Job Start Date

August-1-2024

Applications Due By

December-20-2024

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